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Pom Pom Conebush

Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom'

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Overview

The Leucadendron discolor 'Pom Pom' is an eye-catching, medium-sized evergreen shrub reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide. Its silvery-green foliage and striking yellow pom-pom-like inflorescences add year-round interest. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for low-maintenance and water-conservative landscapes. This conebush requires minimal pruning and is pest-resistant, enhancing its appeal for both designers and clients.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — The Leucadendron discolor 'Pom Pom' is an eye-catching
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — medium-sized evergreen shrub reaching up to 5 feet tall and widePom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Its silvery-green foliage and striking yellow pom-pom-like inflorescences add year-round interestPom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-drained soilPom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — This conebush requires minimal pruning and is pest-resistantPom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for low-maintenance and water-conservative landscapesPom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — enhancing its appeal for both designers and clients+28

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Proteaceae

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Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — The Leucadendron discolor 'Pom Pom' is an eye-catching
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — medium-sized evergreen shrub reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Its silvery-green foliage and striking yellow pom-pom-like inflorescences add year-round interest
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-drained soil
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — This conebush requires minimal pruning and is pest-resistant
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for low-maintenance and water-conservative landscapes
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — enhancing its appeal for both designers and clients
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — commonly known as Pom Pom Conebush
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — The plant forms a compact
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — dual-toned foliage and unique floral bracts
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — making it an ideal selection for adding structure to garden beds and borders
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — The foliage presents a dazzling display of silvery-grey leaves with reverse sides showcasing a rich
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — 'Pom Pom' requires both male and female plants for pollination
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — giving a pronounced two-toned effect that provides year-round interest.<br><br>As a dioecious plant
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — yellow pom-pom-like flower heads surrounded by colorful bracts
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — During late winter to spring
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — the female plants boast prominent
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — It is also drought-tolerant once established, making it a convenient choice for water-wise gardens
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — consider its visual impact throughout the seasons
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — which are highly attractive to birds and beneficial pollinators.<br><br>For successful cultivation
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — especially when paired with other drought-tolerant species
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — gold and multi-colored and red flowers in the garden
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — Regular pruning is generally not necessary
Pom Pom Conebush (Leucadendron Discolor 'Pom Pom') — shrub with gold and multi-colored and red blooms

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